NewsNation is looking for an associate producer to join our producing team for the daily program anchored by Chief Washington Anchor Leland Vittert. The Associate Producer is responsible for contributing ideas, writing stories and segments, compiling elements to support those stories, and organizing them within an energetic and memorable broadcast. We are looking for a detail-oriented creative who is dedicated to knowing news stories from the inside out with a unique eye and ability to highlight fresh and innovative angles and perspective. The position is based at the network's offices in New York.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Conduct research and pitch stories
Gather editorial elements including video, audio and user-generated content
Build and copy edit graphics and banners
Write scripts
Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Producer or Senior Producer
Requirements & Skills:
Two or more years of experience in national or major-market news
BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field
Strong writing skills required
Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements
Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people.
Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail-oriented excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Exhibit strong news judgment
Handle stress, including short deadlines
Work at a computer for extended periods of time
Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays
Perform other tasks as assigned by news management.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $66,300 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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